subject: How Long Do Bumper Stickers Really Last? [print this page] Let's face it: no one wants to buy great bumper stickers only to have them fall off after the first big rainstorm. You pay good money for them, and if you care enough to put something on the back of your car, you obviously want it to stay there. So how long do bumper stickers really last? To answer this all-important question we need to first ask a few others.
What are the Stickers Made Of? Some companies actually make their bumper stickers out of paper and try to pass them off as the real thing. Don't buy them! You'll be lucky if they last a couple of weeks. Instead, look for stickers made of vinyl, with a gloss laminate over top. They are much higher quality. If your stickers are made of the right stuff, you are far more likely to get a long life out of them.
Where your car is parked has a huge impact on the life of your bumper stickers. Getting rained or snowed on obviously does nothing to help them stay fresh. If you tend to park your vehicle in a cozy garage, as opposed to an open lot, you can be sure that your stickers are going to last longer. Weather exposure often makes the difference between 2 years and 10 in the life of a bumper sticker.
Do you have a habit of cleaning your car? If so, you probably instinctively washed the bumper before applying your new stickers. That was a wise move. People who fail to first clean the application area find that the gunk hidden beneath the sticker tends to lessen the glue's effectiveness. So if you are not a perpetual car-washer, you may want to get in the habit. The cleaner your car, the better your bumper stickers will fare.
Did you buy your stickers from the local corner mart? Or from a professional sticker-making company? The difference in the quality may astound you. Second-rate sticker companies tend to use cheaper materials and to produce lower-quality products. You may think you're getting a bargain but you'll quickly find yourself disappointed with the lack of durability. If you want bumper stickers that are going to last make sure that you purchase them from a professional company with a good reputation.
Your bumper stickers will enjoy a long life if you buy them from a quality seller and look after them well.
